How Many Syllables In Yearn?
1syllable
Yearn has 1 syllable. It is a monosyllabic word.
yearn
/jɜːn/ UK /jɝːn/ US
Stress
A one syllable word is stressed on that syllable when it is said on its own.
Division By Sound
/jɜːn/
Division By Letters
yearn
A spelling guide that follows the sound division.
Tree Diagram Of Yearn
S syllable, O onset, R rime, P peak, C coda, Ø no coda.
Parts Of Each Syllable
| Syllable | Onset | Peak | Coda | Pattern | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | j | ɜː | n | CVC | closed |
Questions Students Ask
How many syllables are in yearn?
Yearn has 1 syllable. In British English it is transcribed /jɜːn/.
What is the syllable structure of yearn?
Yearn has the structure CVC, where C is a consonant sound and V is a vowel sound.